chemicals
Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 12th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Sector rotation favors biotech and life sciences! BASF, MustGrow, Novo Nordisk, and BioNTech in focus
Surprises are currently widespread. Former Agriculture Minister Cem Özdemir will now lead the state parliament in Baden-Württemberg. The Green Party won over 30% of the vote in a landslide victory, putting issues such as environmental protection, social affairs, and, from Mr. Özdemir's time as minister, the agricultural industry back in the spotlight. With a human-centered approach and a focus on healthy nutrition, this means that established agricultural companies are increasingly being forced to reconcile productivity with sustainability. In this environment, MustGrow Biologics is positioning itself as a strategic technology provider whose achievements have already been validated by leading market players. An expanded sector view also includes the life sciences industry with the protagonists BASF, Novo Nordisk, and BioNTech - an exciting mix.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 11th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
Three trends, one goal: How Bayer, MustGrow Biologics, and BASF are turning the agricultural revolution into a profit opportunity
Three trends are currently driving the global agricultural economy: skyrocketing fertilizer prices, regulatory pressure to preserve biodiversity, and the insatiable hunger of a growing population. As farmers navigate between existential fears and the pressure to go green, a billion-dollar transformation of industry is looming. Old chemistry is reaching its limits, while demand for biological alternatives and precision technologies is reaching an all-time high. Amid this tension between volatility and opportunity, the future of plant production is being reshaped. We take a look at how Bayer, MustGrow Biologics, and BASF are driving this transformation and could benefit from it.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 26th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Opportunities thanks to industrial transformation: The closed value chain of CHAR Technologies, PyroGenesis, and BASF
When it comes to the climate-neutral transformation of industry, the current phase marks the transition from strategic planning to operational implementation for many companies. According to recent publications by McKinsey and the International Energy Agency (IEA), about half of the required reduction in CO2 emissions by 2050 depends on the provision of alternative heat sources for the production of basic industrial materials such as steel, cement, and chemicals. The regulatory framework in Europe and North America is defined by the Emissions Trading System (ETS) and stricter standards for the circular economy, which increases the financial pressure on CO2-intensive processes. In this environment, the thermal decomposition of organic materials in the absence of oxygen, known as pyrolysis, is becoming increasingly popular as a means of recovering energy from waste streams and utilizing them as carbon sinks. CHAR Technologies, PyroGenesis, and BASF play an important role in this context, ranging from decentralized waste recovery to specialized plant engineering and industrial applications.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 18th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Forget the automakers: Deutsche Telekom, RE Royalties, and BASF are the new anchors for your income in 2026
The message sounds promising: EUR 52.9 billion for shareholders. But those who rely on the familiar dividend stars could be in for a nasty surprise in 2026. While global distributions are crawling along and growth has halved to 2.7%, a quiet power shift is taking place in portfolios. Former dividend kings, like the automakers, are hitting the brakes, while banks and financiers are setting the pace. For investors, this means paying closer attention. A closer look at Deutsche Telekom, RE Royalties, and BASF shows where the real opportunities for 2026 might lie.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on February 11th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Megatrend decarbonization: CHAR Technologies in the lead, BASF and Evonik stumbling?
Rising prices, security of supply, and ambitious climate targets are shaping the energy transition. Energy has become a strategic resource. CHAR Technologies converts biological waste into long-lasting carbon products such as biocarbon or biochar, which permanently bind carbon and remove it from the natural carbon cycle. The Canadian company is thus addressing several megatrends at once. Energy-intensive industries such as chemicals have recently been able to breathe a sigh of relief, as the EU appears to be planning to issue free emission allowances for longer than predicted. Nevertheless, the challenges remain considerable. Which companies will ultimately convince investors?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 4th, 2026 | 07:25 CET
Hydrogen explosion: How to cash in on the coming boom with Plug Power, dynaCERT, and Linde!
The next phase of the energy transition is taking shape. Driven by billions in subsidies and a political consensus on clean energy, hydrogen is on the verge of a decisive breakthrough. Falling costs for green hydrogen are meeting exploding demand from industry and transportation, while new technologies are overcoming old infrastructure hurdles. In this historic upheaval, three concrete investment opportunities are emerging that play different but essential roles. We analyze the current situation of Plug Power, dynaCERT, and Linde.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 2nd, 2026 | 07:40 CET
BASF, MustGrow Biologics, and K+S Alliance: How to benefit from the megatrend of food security
Global food security is facing a historic stress test. Driven by population dynamics, climate extremes, and geopolitical upheavals, efficient food production is becoming the central task of the century. Investors who want to invest in this systemic transformation are positioning themselves at critical points in the value chain. Three key players, a chemical giant, a pioneer in biological solutions, and a specialist in soil health, show where the greatest opportunities lie. The strategies of BASF, MustGrow Biologics, and K+S provide the decisive blueprints for the future.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on January 26th, 2026 | 01:35 CET
BASF under PRESSURE! BUY RECOMMENDATIONS for BioNTech and WashTec shares!
Market leadership, increased efficiency, dividends, and share buybacks - all good reasons to buy WashTec shares. Analysts at M.M. Warburg share this assessment. Their earnings estimates for the coming years may even be too conservative. Unfortunately, nothing about BASF is conservative; rather, it is disappointing. The chemical company has once again failed to meet analysts' forecasts. Its strong free cash flow is based on lower investments, which is also not a good sign. How are analysts reacting? BioNTech is facing a groundbreaking year. Analysts see potential for share price growth. News from the bulging product pipeline is likely to have a significant impact on the share price.
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Commented by Nico Popp on January 20th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Antimony shock for Airbus and BASF: China's export restrictions make Antimony Resources a strategic winner
2025 will go down in economic history as the year when a largely unknown semi-metal sent global industry into a state of alert. Antimony, long overshadowed by popular battery metals such as lithium and cobalt, suddenly emerged as one of the most strategically critical and supply-constrained metals. Aggressive export restrictions imposed by China, which historically controlled over 80% of global processing capacity, have put Western supply chains under significant pressure. What market observers refer to as the "antimony shock" is no longer a theoretical threat, but a harsh economic reality. According to industry analyses, market participants were already talking about significant supply deficits in 2025 – estimates are in the high five-digit ton range. We analyze the market and present a potential beneficiary.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on January 12th, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Return opportunities in 2026: A.H.T. Syngas Technology, BASF, Siemens Energy – Hidden potential here!
Renewable energy remains an attractive and structurally driven investment trend. The Paris climate targets and the commitment of many countries to climate neutrality by 2050 are increasing political and regulatory pressure. In addition to pure energy generation, availability, costs, and the production of energy directly at the point of demand are increasingly becoming the focus of industry and investors. Stocks such as Siemens Energy, which are benefiting from strong and sustained growth trends, performed brilliantly last year. Second- and third-tier companies positioned in promising segments, such as A.H.T. Syngas Technology, have so far received little attention from the market. Analysts believe the stock has significant catch-up potential. How can investors best position themselves?
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